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pull on something

to tug something. I pulled on the rope, hoping to get it loose. Please help me pull on the anchor chain so we can raise the anchor.

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pull something on

to draw on an article of clothing. He pulled his pants on. He pulled on his pants quickly and ran outside while putting on his shirt.

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pull something on someone

to play a trick on someone; to deceive someone with a trick. (The word something is often used.) You wouldn't pull a trick on me, would you? Who would pull something like that on an old lady?

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pull on

v.

1. To pull something directly; tug something: Please don't pull on my hair; it hurts.

2. To put something on by pulling: I pulled on my boots and stepped outside. We pulled our jackets on when the sun went down.

3. To take a long puff or sip of something: My friends and I pulled on the cold beer with gusto.

4. To draw out a weapon and threaten someone: The intruder pulled a knife on me.

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